EXPERIMENT 5 : VISUAL VOICES
This experiment delves into the captivating world of transforming the rhythms of pulse, breath, and blink into sound and visuals, weaving a compelling narrative centered around the theme of "neon lights." Drawing inspiration from a dynamic video created in TouchDesigner, our team aimed to create an immersive experience that bridges the gap between auditory and visual art forms.
To represent each rhythm, we carefully selected three calming sounds that encapsulate the essence of the physical sensations we aimed to convey. For breathing, we chose a soft humming, evoking a sense of calm and tranquility. For blinking, we opted for delicate chimes that introduced a light quality to our composition. Lastly, we incorporated the sounds of birds chirping accompanied by chirping birds to represent the pulse, capturing the vitality and rhythm of life in nature.
The culmination of our work is an animated video rendered in 1080p MP4 format, showcasing the fluid interplay between sound and visuals. In addition to the video, we created a printed visual sound score that illustrates the rhythm of each sound and a series of posters from the outcomes generated.
This project explores the transformation of sound into a visual experience, reflecting the physical sensations of pulsing, breathing, and blinking. By merging these elements, we aimed to create a holistic experience that invites the audience to engage with their own bodily rhythms, fostering a sense of mindfulness and connection.
VISUAL VOICES
We created a vibrant series of posters that beautifully capture the essence of our audiovisual journey. Each poster translates the rhythms of our pulse, breath, and blink into eye-catching designs, inspired by the soothing sounds we used soft humming, delicate chimes, and chirping birds. By combining still images from our audio-reactive visuals, we blended art and data in a way that resonates emotionally. We chose color palettes and compositions that evoke specific feelings, guiding viewers through our creative process. Turning these digital experiences into printed posters allowed us to connect the ephemeral with the tangible, inviting people to engage with our work on a deeper level.
MUSIC SCORE
For the last part of this experiment, we created a visual score that beautifully encapsulates the interplay between sound and imagery in our project. This score serves as a captivating representation of the rhythms we explored, translating the soothing sounds of soft humming, delicate chimes, and chirping birds into a graphic format that reflects their unique qualities.
In Experiment 5, we embarked on a creative journey to transform the rhythms of pulse, breath, and blink into an immersive audio-visual experience. By blending sound and visuals, we created a dynamic narrative that captured the essence of our physiological metrics. This experiment not only deepened our understanding of how sound can influence visual perception but also highlighted the emotional impact of our work. As we compiled our findings into a series of striking posters and a cohesive visual score, we effectively bridged the digital and physical realms, inviting viewers to engage with the rhythms of their own bodies. Ultimately, Experiment 5 showcased the power of art to transform data into a multi-sensory experience, celebrating the intricate connections between our physiological states and creative expression.